Temporary surveillance system

Abstract

A surveillance system is provided including a platform having a plurality and variety of cameras or sensors mounted thereto, and a base enclosure adapted to accommodate a power supply, a variety of electronics and other equipment for controlling and providing power to the surveillance equipment. The base is constructed to be tamper resistant and immovable by manual means. A substantially hollow support pole includes a lower portion detachably mounted to the base, and an upper portion mounted to the platform. Wires and cables for connecting the surveillance equipment with the electronics and power supply are run through the support pole. Power to the system may be supplied through existing power sources, for example a 120V power source. A current breaker secured in an environmentally protected housing on the exterior of the surveillance system connected to the power supply and the electronics and surveillance equipment.

Description

[0001]This is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10 / 128,589, filed Apr. 23, 2002, now U.S. Pat. No. 6,709,172 which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 09 / 502,028, filed on Feb. 10, 2000 (issued as U.S. Pat. No. 6,375,370 on Apr. 23, 2002), and is a continuation in part of PCT / US01 / 04533 filed Feb. 12, 2001, and is a continuation in part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 09 / 958,706, filed on Feb. 7, 2002 (issued as U.S. Pat. No. 6,585,428 on Jul. 1, 2003), and a continuation in part of U.S. application Ser. No. 10 / 127,017, filed on Apr. 19, 2002, now U.S. Pat. No. 6,709,171 which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 09 / 502,028, filed on Feb. 10, 2000 (issued as U.S. Pat. No. 6,375,370 on Apr. 23, 2002), and is a continuation in part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 09 / 958,706, filed on Feb. 7, 2002 (issued as U.S. Pat. No. 6,585,428 on Jul. 1, 2003), which is a 371 of PCT / US01 / 04533 Feb. 12, 2001, which is a con...

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Benefits of technology

"The present invention provides a surveillance system that is easy to assemble, portable, and highly reliable. It can be used at temporary sites such as construction sites, outdoor concert events, or political rallies. The system is designed to be easily assembled at the site and is tamper-proof once assembled. It includes a surveillance assembly with a platform, support brackets, and a base for supporting electronics equipment. The system also includes a support pole with wires and cables for connecting the electronics equipment. The base can be a heavy concrete structure weighing 1500 pounds or more. The system can be powered by an existing commercial power source or an external power source. It includes a power distribution box for distributing electrical power to the surveillance equipment and electronics. The system also includes vent means for cooling the electronic equipment."

Problems solved by technology

On a building construction site, for example a site where an apartment building is under construction, such conventional surveillance systems are less than adequate, as the apartment building itself may be the target of theft or vandalism.

The nature of the building under construction lends itself to being climbed by persons intent on vandalism, and the camera used for surveillance can be easily tampered with or destroyed, leaving the construction site virtually unguarded.

As can be appreciated, such a solution to vandalism problems is costly and may not be as reliable as an unmanned, mechanical surveillance system.

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